Seasonal Operations - Agronomy
NEW Cooperative, Inc. - Lenox, IA
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to the following: Operations * Apply pre and post emerge crop protection products, dry and liquid fertilizer, and lime. * Operate fertilizer tender trucks. * Fill and transport NH3 equipment. * Assist in loading and unloading of products from vehicles based on work orders. * Operate forklift/loader to move seed, chemical, fertilizer, etc. * Utilize the automated Kahler system when processing bulk agronomy products. * Assist in other areas of the location as needed. Maintenance * Perform standard routine maintenance and repairs to equipment throughout all areas of location. * Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained. * Assist in setup & maintenance of equipment. Other * Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use. * Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service in busy season. Basic Employment Expectations: Safety * Performs work safely and uses the appropriate PPE. * Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions. * Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers. * Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain. Communication * Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees. * Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early. Accountability & Professionalism * Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual. * Carries a fair share of the workload. * Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions. * Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work. * Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operations of the work environment. Customer Service * Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations. Personal/Professional Development * Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals. * Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job. Qualifications & Requirements: * Must be licensed and insurable to drive. * Must have or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver s License) with tanker and HazMat endorsement. * Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Applicators License. * Must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical every 2 years at a minimum as required by law. * High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience. * Understand the importance of providing very high levels of customer service. * Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. * Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment. * Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of the organization. * Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operational processes.
Created: 2024-07-07